Multiple choice general knowledge

Carnival celebrations are usually referred to as:

  1. Bardi Gram

  2. Mardi Gras

  3. Bardi Gras

  4. Maldi Gras
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Carnival celebrations are most commonly known as Mardi Gras, French for 'Fat Tuesday', the final day of indulgence before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. While 'Bardi' and 'Maldi' are similar-sounding distractors, the correct term is Mardi Gras. The term refers specifically to the Catholic tradition of feasting before the fasting period of Lent.

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